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A resolution recognizing July 28, 2017, as "World Hepatitis Day 2017".

Introduced: July 27, 2017 Introduced by: Hirono, Mazie K. Democratic · Hawaii See on congress.gov
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Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4433-4434)
Jul 27, 2017
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 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Recognizes July 28, 2017, as World Hepatitis Day 2017.

Expresses support for broad access to hepatitis treatments and for raising awareness of the risks and consequences of undiagnosed hepatitis infections.

Calls for a robust governmental and public health response to protect the health of the 5 million people in the United States and 400 million people worldwide who suffer from chronic viral hepatitis.

What's happening now July 27, 2017

Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4433-4434)

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